Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau is one of the most popular sights in Germany and is visited by almost 2 millions of people from all over the world every year. However, most of them go to see the fairytale castle in the summer. In the cold season, only a few visitors come to Neuschwanstein Castle, but it is precisely then that it develops a very special charm as the center of a wonderful snowy landscape.
A visit to Neuschwanstein Castle is undoubtedly highly worthwhile at any time of the year and a real highlight for culture lovers and romantics. Neuschwanstein is particularly attractive in winter. Its romance, the beautiful location in the middle of a snow-covered mountain world and the fairytale-like interior fit perfectly into the Christmas or winter season. Anyone who climbs up to Neuschwanstein Castle through the snow-covered forests with a view of the snow-capped mountains will inevitably imagine themselves in the middle of a setting like the fairytale Cinderella. Unlike in summer, when on some days there are several thousand tourists milling around the castle, in winter Neuschwanstein can be viewed in peace and without any hassle.
From the outside, the magnificent building, which was built between 1869 and 1886 on behalf of the fairy tale king Ludwig II, is reminiscent of an imposing knight's castle and inside it houses large halls that are sumptuously furnished with gold, luxurious furniture and numerous art treasures. Many paintings take you into the world of legends and fairy tales, for which Ludwig II had a great passion. In its overall appearance, Neuschwanstein is a unique work of art and a symbol of romanticism like no other in the world. It served the Disney studios as a model for their Sleeping Beauty Castle, made it into the final round of the election for the new seven wonders of the world and was voted 2013 2013 one of the most popular sights in our country in a survey by the German Tourism Center among foreign holidaymakers in Germany.
If you want to be enchanted by Neuschwanstein's romantic backdrop in peace and quiet, you should visit the castle in winter.
A trip to Neuschwanstein Castle in winter can also be wonderfully combined with a leisurely walk and a sleigh ride through the wonderful snowy landscape. For example, a hike on the so-called water pipe path up to the Bleckenau mountain inn, which stands at 1167 meters in the Ammer Mountains, is very nice. After fortifying yourself with a snack or a warm hut meal, you can quickly take the sleigh back down to the valley on the adjacent natural toboggan run. Lots of fun for young and old is guaranteed. A ride on a horse-drawn sleigh promises even more winter romance. Whether as a couple or with friends or family - gliding in a horse-drawn sleigh through the quiet, picturesque snowy landscape to Neuschwanstein Castle, while only the quiet snorting of the horses and the ringing of the bells on their harnesses ring in your ears offers winter magic in a class of its own. Even if it almost borders on kitsch, such a horse-drawn sleigh ride against the backdrop of the fairytale castle Neuschwanstein is pure winter happiness and an unforgettable experience.
The most famous and popular castle in Germany exudes a very special charm in winter that you simply have to experience. The romantic fairytale world of Neuschwanstein is particularly ideal for getting in the mood for Christmas. After a visit to the castle in winter, the anticipation of the festival is guaranteed to increase.
